Kempo-Jutsu, “Fist Law Art of War”, is the striking and blocking art of the Samurai. The Samurai used Kempo-Jutsu as a means of defending themselves on the battlefield in the event they were unarmed or disarmed during combat. Kempo is used mainly in conjunction with Ju-Jutsu as a means of disabling an opponent in order to more easily implement joint-locks and throws. Kempo is very direct and serves as an effective martial art for self-defense.
Okinawan Kempo is very similar to traditional Karate. It employs a wide variety of blocks, kicks, and punches combined with refined technique which is designed to debilitate an attacker. Defenses against all types of strikes, grabs, attacks, and weapons are practiced. Standing and ground defense tactics are taught as well. During the training process, a student will expect striking and blocking drills, ki and body conditioning exercises, sparring, and physical training activities to promote health, power and strength.
How does Kempo Karate compare to other martial arts?
We perform Kempo Karate as a tool to improve your discipline, focus, strength, agility, and power. It shares the same benefits and basic fundamentals as other martial arts such as movement, footwork, hip power, balance, coordination, leverage, speed, accuracy, etc. Additionally, Kempo Karate is a very straight-forward approach to self-defense. Boxing, Wing Chun, and Muay Thai characteristics are also utilized. The other arts we offer such as Aikido, Jujutsu, and Samurai Sword are well complimented when trained together.
Our Kempo Karate martial arts class is very comprehensive with a unique focus on self-preservation and battlefield survival. The techniques and maneuvers you will learn are easy to understand yet very practical and excellent for your well-being.